Patch Notes - Major Update 2026.09.14-1

major update

ScreenSaver Idle · published · build 25304232

Prestige and Alchemy are here, and the whole progression structure has been rebuilt around them.
Hope you enjoy it!

34% Off for the Major Update

  • 34% off for two weeks
  • September 14 - 28, 2026

New Content

  • Prestige system added - Spend Prestige Points to unlock a dedicated upgrade tree (Auto Dart, Auto Upgrade, Auto Boost, Dart Rapid Fire, Corner Magnet, Mini DVD Auto Collect, and more)
  • Alchemy system added - Buy ingredients at the shop and brew over 200 dishes, with a new Alchemy collection log
  • Achievements tab added - Check achievements from the Collection window, with new Prestige and Alchemy achievements
  • New minerals - Emerald, Pearl, Pink Pearl etc.
  • Something special happens when you complete every collection

New Features

  • New upgrades - Prestige Unlock, Cauldron Unlock, Gem Prospecting, Faster Brewing, Side Job, and more
  • Shop - select all / sell selected, sorting (name / tier / count), an All tab, and markers for unsellable items
  • Added key bindings - remap map movement, opening windows, boost toggle, and more
  • Separate Master / Music / SFX volume controls
  • Added an outline display setting
  • Collection - per-entry effect display, new sets added

Changes

  • Split the Upgrade window into Main / Farm / Mine tabs
  • Reorganized the Settings window into Display / Game / Controls / Sound tabs
  • Balance pass on upgrade costs and market prices
  • Improved performance in the Upgrade, Shop, and Alchemy windows (less stuttering with lots of items)

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed UI issues with tooltips, upgrade node connector lines, item info window sizing, and more
  • Fixed vertical spacing in the Settings window
  • Fixed the Auto Coin label displaying incorrectly
Patch Notes - Major Update 2026.09.14-1 · ScreenSaver Idle patch notes · SteamPeaks